Master of Physiotherapy Practice

Want a career in physiotherapy and already have an undergraduate degree? Study the Master of Physiotherapy Practice to develop the skills for registration as a New Zealand physiotherapist.

AUT’s Master of Physiotherapy Practice is a graduate-entry master's programme that covers real-life problems, clinical case scenarios, role plays, and simulations that incorporate e-learning and collaborative learning opportunities. Clinical placements will be embedded throughout the programme, giving you the chance to apply the theory you've learnt in practice.

The programme uses an active, student-centred approach to learning that helps students develop research skills, become life-long learners, and prepare them for work as a physiotherapist. After successfully completing the Master of Physiotherapy Practice, graduates will be able to apply for registration with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand.

Minimum entry requirements

• Must have completed a relevant bachelor’s degree with a B+ grade average (GPA 6) or higher in courses at level 7; or equivalent (relevant degrees may include one of the health sciences or exercise science or exercise physiology, human anatomy or human physiology, kinesiology, medical or biomedical sciences)
• Must be capable of meeting the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (HPCA Act) requirements and Children's Act 2014, including police clearance
• Immunisations must be current as per the School of Clinical Sciences requirements schedule
• Must be able to travel to clinical placements
• Ranking of applicants will occur. Preference will be given to applicants with the highest level of academic achievement and/or evidence of accomplishments in the relevant field
• Applicants may be required to attend a selection interview
• Admission is subject to the approval of the programme leader

International student entry requirements

English language requirements

• IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall with all bands 6.5 or higher

Applicants with English as a second or other language who have not completed at least three years of secondary schooling in New Zealand will be required to meet IELTS requirements (see above).

English language requirements